What to Know About a Wrongful Death Claim for Boating Accidents
When a loved one is killed in an unexpected boating accident, families are left grieving while also facing financial uncertainty. Understanding your legal rights can be an important step toward seeking accountability and justice. If your loved one was killed in a boating accident due to the negligence of another, contact a local boating accident attorney for a free consultation.
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If You Are Involved in a Boating Accident What is the First Thing You Should Do?
It’s summer and that means boating season in the Pacific Northwest. Sadly, every year boaters are killed or injured on the water in boating accidents due to inexperienced and/or reckless and negligent behavior. According to data from the U.S. Coast Guard in its 2021 Recreational Boating Statistics Report, there were 658 boating fatalities and an additional 2,641 non-fatal injuries nationwide in 2021. This translates to a fatality rate of 5.5 deaths per 100,000 registered recreational vessels. The property damage involved in these accidents totaled about $67.5 million.
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